When cleaning shoes, use as little solvent as possible, because many solvents will dry out shoe leather. Do not use this cleaning method on any shoes that are water sensitive.
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Apply 1 drop of liquid dish soap to the pine tar.
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Scrub the liquid dish soap into the pine tar with a toothbrush until you loosen the stain.
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If the stain is still visible, apply mineral spirits to a clean cloth.
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Dab the cloth onto the pine tar until you remove it.
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If the stain is still visible, add just enough water to 3 tbsp. baking soda to make a very thick paste.
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Dab the paste into the pine tar with a clean cloth until you remove the rest of the stain.
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Rinse the area with clear water.
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Dry the area completely.